Samsung DVD-HD841 User Manual

DVD Player

DVD-HD841

AK68-00342S(01)

www.samsung.ca

ENG-3

Important Safety Instructions Precautions

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1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings, Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding- type plug.A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,

and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the

manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.

13) Unplug this apparatus.When a cart is used, use caution when moving the

cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Ser vicing is required when the

apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER(OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

This symbol indicates “dangerous voltage” inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury.

This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION :DVD PLAYERS USE AN INVISIBLE LASER BEAM WHICH CAN

CAUSE HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE IF DIRECTED. BE SURE TO OPERATE PLAYER CORRECTLY AS INSTRUCTED.

Do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit. WARNING :To prevent damage which may result in fire or electric shock hazard, do not

expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

CAUTIONS

Caution: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. Attention: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduíre la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne corre-

spondante de la prise et pousser jusqu au fond. This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors are used to connect the unit to other equipment.To prevent electromagnetic interference with electric appliances, such as radios and televisions, use shielded cables and connectors for connections.

FCC NOTE (for U.S.A):

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on. The user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures.

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect this equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference -Causing Equipment Regulations.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT PRODUCTO LÁSER CLASE 1

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Before you start

Install Batteries in the Remote

1. Open the battery cover on the back of the

remote.

2. Inser t two AAA batteries. Make sure that the

polarities (+ and -) are aligned correctly.

3. Replace the batter y cover.

If remote doesn’t operate properly

• Check the polarity + - of the batteries (Dry-Cell)

• Check if the batteries are drained.

• Check if remote sensor is blocked by obstacles.

• Check if there is any fluorescent lighting nearby.

Remote Control

(AK59-00025A)

Batteries for

Remote Control

(AAA Size)

(AC43-12002H)

User’s Manual

(AK68-00342S)

Video/Audio Cable

(AC39-42001R)

Accessories

Setup

Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Before you start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

General Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Disc Type and Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Description-Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Display Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Description-Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Tour of the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Connections

Choosing a Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Basic Functions

Playing a Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Using the Search & Skip Functions . . . . . . . .16

Using the Display Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Using the Disc and Title Menu . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Using the Function Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Repeat Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Slow Repeat Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Program Play & Random Play . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Advanced Functions

Adjusting the Aspect Ratio (EZ View) . . . . . . .20

Selecting the Audio Language . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Selecting the Subtitle Language . . . . . . . . . . .21

Changing the Camera Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Using the Instant Replay/Skip Function . . . . .22

Using the Bookmark Function . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Using the Zoom Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Super Audio CD Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

DVD AUDIO Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Clips Menu for MP3/WMA/JPEG . . . . . . . . . .27

Folder Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

MP3/WMA Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Picture CD Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Changing Setup menu

Using the Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Setting Up the Language Features . . . . . . . . .31

Setting Up the Audio Options . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Surround Sound Speaker Setup . . . . . . . . . . .34

Setting Up the Display Options . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Setting Up the Parental Control . . . . . . . . . . .36

Reference

Controlling a TV with the Remote . . . . . . . . . .38

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

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CAUTION

THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVER AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

Note:

• This unit can be used only where the power supply is AC 120V, 60Hz. It cannot be used elsewhere.

• This DVD player is designed and manufactured to respond to the Region Management Information.

If the Region number of a DVD disc does not correspond to the Region number of this DVD player, the DVD player cannot play the disc.

• This device is protected by U.S.Patent Nos.4,631,603; 4,577,216; 4,819,098; 4,907,093; and 6,516,132.This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S.patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Handling Cautions

• Before connecting other components to this player, be sure to turn them all off.

• Do not move the player while a disc is being played, or the disc may be scratched or broken, and the player’s

internal parts may be damaged.

• Do not put a flower vase filled with water or any small metal objects on the player.

• Be careful not to put your hand into the disc tray.

• Do not place anything other than the disc in the disc tray.

• Exterior interference such as lightning and static electricity can affect normal operation of this player.

If this occurs, turn the player off and on again with the POWER button, or disconnect and then reconnect the AC power cord to the AC power outlet.The player will operate normally.

• Be sure to remove the disc and turn off the player after use.

• Disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outlet when you don’t intend to use the player for long

periods of time.

• Clean the disc by wiping in a straight line from the inside to the outside of the disc.

Disc Storage

Be careful not to harm the disc because the data on these discs is highly vulnerable to the environment.

• Do not keep under direct sunlight.

• Keep in a cool ventilated area.

• Store vertically.

• Keep in a clean protection jacket.

Maintenance of Cabinet

For safety reasons, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outlet.

• Do not use benzene, thinner, or other solvents for cleaning.

• Wipe the cabinet with a soft cloth.

Precautions

DVI Cable

(AK39-00039A)

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Disc Type and Characteristics

Disc Markings

Play Region Number

DIGITAL

SOUND

STEREO

NTSC

Play Region Number

NTSC broadcast system in U.S.A, Canada, Korea, Japan, etc.

Dolby Digital disc

Stereo disc

Digital Audio disc

DTS disc

MP3 disc

Super Audio CD disc

DVD AUDIO disc

Both the DVD player and the discs are coded by region. These regional codes must match in order for the disc to play. If the codes do not match, the disc will not play.

The Region Number for this player is described on the rear panel of the player.

This DVD player is capable of playing the following types of discs with the corresponding logos:Excellent Sound

Dolby Digital, a technology developed by Dolby Laboratories, provides crystal clear sound reproduction.

Screen

Both regular and widescreen(16:9) pictures can be viewed.

Slow Motion

An important scene can be viewed in slow motion.

Programmed Play (CD)

You can program tracks to play in desired order.

Parental Control (DVD)

The parental control allows users to set the level necessary to prohibit children from viewing harmful movies such as those with violence, adult subject matter, etc.

Various On-Screen Menu Functions

You can select various languages (Audio/Subtitle) and screen angles while enjoying movies.

EZ VIEW (DVD)

Easy View can convert Letter Box images to full screen viewing on your conventional TV.

Digital Photo Viewer (JPEG)

You can view Digital Photos on your TV.

Repeat

You can repeat a song or movie simply by pressing the REPEAT button.

MP3/WMA

This unit can play discs created from MP3/WMA files.

Instant Replay (DVD)

This function is used to replay the previous 10 seconds of a movie from the current position.

Instant Skip (DVD)

This function skips playback ahead 10 seconds.

SACD (Super Audio CD)

Super Audio CD is a high quality audio format with higher sampling rates and fuller, richer sound as compared to regular CD.

DVD AUDIO

DVD AUDIO is a format specifically designed to provide the highest possible audio fidelity capable on DVD.

DVI (Digital Visual Interface)

DVI reduces picture noise by allowing a pure digital video signal path from the player to your TV.

Note

* Discs which cannot be played with this player.

• DVD-ROM • DVD-RAM

• CD-ROM • CDV

• CDI

• CDGs play audio only, not graphics.

* Ability to play back may depend on recording

conditions.

• DVD-R, +R • CD-RW

• DVD+RW, -RW

* The unit may not play certain CD-R, CD-RW and

DVD-R due to the disc type or recording conditions.

COPY PROTECTION

Many DVD discs are encoded with copy protection. Because of this, you should only connect your DVD player directly to your TV, not to a VCR.Connecting to a VCR results in a distorted picture from copy-protected DVD discs.

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by methods claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

General Features

1/2

Single-sided 240 min.

Double-sided 480 min.

Single-sided 80 min.

Double-sided 160 min.

Audio

Video

• DVD contains excellent sound and video due to Dolby Digital and MPEG-2 system.

• Var ious screen and audio functions can be easily selected through the on-screen menu.

Disc Types (Logos)

Recording Types Disc Size Max. Playing Time Characteristics

DVD-VIDEO

1/2

74 min.

20 min.

Audio

Video

Audio

Video

• Video with CD sound, VHS quality & MPEG-1 compression technology.

VIDEO-CD

1/2

74 min.

20 min.

400 min.

74 min.

Audio

• CD is recorded as a Digital Signal with better audio quality, less distortion and less deterioration of audio quality over time.

• DVD AUDIO is a format specifically designed to provide the highest possible audio fidelity capable on DVD.

• Super Audio CD is a high quality audio format with higher sampling rates and fuller, richer sound as compared to regular CD.

AUDIO-CD

DVD AUDIO

SACD

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Description-Rear Panel

Rear Panel

1. DIGITAL AUDIO OUT JACKS

• Use an optical or coaxial digital cable to connect to a compatible Dolby Digital receiver. Use to connect to an A/V Amplifier that contains a Dolby Digital or DTS decoder.

2. 5.1CH ANALOG AUDIO OUT JACKS

• Connect to an amplifier with 5.1ch analog input jacks.

3. MIXED AUDIO OUT JACKS

• Connect to the Audio input jacks of your television, audio/video receiver.

4.VIDEO OUT JACK

• Use a video cable to connect to the Video input jack on your television.

• The Video Output in Setup Menu must be set to Component (I-SCAN) or S-Video.

5. S-VIDEO OUT JACK

• Use the S-Video cable to connect this jack to the S-Video jack on your television for a higher quality picture.

• The Video Output in Setup Menu must be set to S-Video.

6. DVI OUT JACK

• Use the DVI cable to connect this jack to the DVI jack on your television for the best quality picture.

• The Video Output in Setup Menu must be set to Component (P-SCAN) & DVI.

7. COMPONENT VIDEO OUT JACKS

• Use these jacks if you have a TV with Component Video in jacks.These jacks provide Pr, Pb and Y video.

• If Component (P-SCAN) & DVI Video Output is selected in Setup Menu, interlaced scan mode and Video, S-Video will not work.

• If Component (I-SCAN) Video Output is selected in Setup Menu, progressive scan and DVI mode will not work.

Important Note

• Consult your TV User’s Manual to find out if your TV supports Progressive Scan. If Progressive Scan is supported, follow the TV User’s Manual’s instructions regarding Progressive Scan settings in the TV’s menu system.

• If Component(P-SCAN) & DVI Video Output is selected in Setup Menu, Video and S-Video will not work.

• See page 35 to get more information on how to use the setup menu.

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Description-Front Panel

STANDBY

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Front Panel Controls

1. STANDBY/ON ( )

• When the unit is first plugged in, the red indicator lights.When STANDBY/ON button is pressed on, the blue light appears and the player is turned on.

2. DISC TRAY

• Place the disc here.

3. OPEN/CLOSE ( )

• Press to open and close the disc tray.

4. Display

• Operation indicators are displayed here.

5. STOP ( )

• Stops disc play.

6. SKIP ( ) / SEARCH

• Use to reverse skip a scene or music.

7. PLAY/PAUSE ( )

• Begin or pause disc play.

8. SKIP ( ) / SEARCH

• Use to forward skip a scene or music.

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Front Panel Display

1. Disc type indicators

2. Play / Pause / Forward play

3. Displays various messages concerning operations such as PLAY, STOP, LOAD ...

no DISC : No disc loaded. OPEN :The disc tray is open. LOAD : Player is loading disc information.

Display Indicators

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Choosing a Connection

The following shows examples of connections commonly used to connect the DVD player with a TV and other components.

Bef

ore Connecting the DVD Player

• Always turn off the DVD player, TV, and other components before you connect or disconnect any cables.

• If you connected an external Audio System, turn on your Audio System and set it to the correct Audio Input.

• Refer to the owner’s manual of the additional components you are connecting for more information on those

particular components.

Connection to an Audio System

This remote control can also control most TVs.See page 38.

Note

• DVD-AUDIO only plays back two channel audio through the Digital Audio out. Multi-channel DVD-Audio discs are output through the Analog outputs.

• Super Audio CD plays back only through the Analog outputs. (See page 33)

Method 1 Method 2

Mixed Audio Output Jaks

(2 Channel)

Analog Audio Output Jacks

(Multi Channel)

Digital Audio Output Jack

2ch Amplifier

Audio Input Jacks

5.1ch Analog Amplifier Audio Input Jacks

AUDIO

SYSTEM

DVD

Player

8. SEARCH Buttons ( / )

• Allow you to search forward/backward through a disc.

9. STOP Button ( )

10. MENU Button

• Brings up the DVD player’s menu.

11. RETURN Button

• Returns to a previous menu.

12. ZOOM Button

• Enlarges DVD picture.

13. AUDIO Button

•

Use this button to access various audio functions on a disc.

14. SUBTITLE Button

15. INDEX Buttons

• Use to skip the INDEX.

16. SACD/CD Button

• Selects SACD or CD playback mode.

17. SHUTTLE DIAL (Search mode)

• Performs fast motion play.

18.TV POWER button

• Turns the TV’s power on or off.

19. CLEAR Button

•

Use to remove menus or status displays from the screen.

20. INSTANT SKIP Button

• This function skips playback ahead 10 seconds.

21. INSTANT REPLAY Button

• This function is used to replay the previous 10 seconds of a movie from the current position.

22. CH / buttons

• Channel selection.

23. OPEN/CLOSE ( ) Button

• To open and close the disc tray.

24. DVI SEL. Button

• DVI Output resolution setup.

25. SKIP Buttons ( / )

• Use to skip the title, chapter, or track.

26. PLAY/PAUSE Button ( )

• Begin/Pause disc play.

27. INFO Button

• Displays the current disc mode.

28. DISC MENU Button

• Brings up the Disc menu.

29. ENTER/DIRECTION Button (UP/DOWN or LEFT/RIGHT Buttons)

• This button functions as a toggle switch.

30. EZ VIEW Button

• Easy View can convert Letter Box images to full

screen viewing on your conventional TV.

31. ANGLE Button

• Use to access various camera angles on a DVD.

32. REPEAT Button

• Allows you to repeat play a title, chapter, track, or disc.

33. PAGE Buttons

• Use to skip the PAGE.

34. BOOKMARK Button

35. JOG DIAL (Step mode)

• Operates frame by frame play. In CD mode, performs

track search.

VD Function Buttons

1. DVD POWER Button

• Turns the power on or off.

2. NUMBER Buttons

3. PROG Button

• Allows you to program a specific order.

4. STEP Button

• Advances play one frame at a time.

5.VOL +/- Buttons

• Control volumes.

6.TV/VIDEO Button

• Press to display all of the available video sources ( i.e., TV, Cable, Video)

7.VIDEO SEL. Button

• Selects Video output format.

Tour of the Remote Control

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Method 3

Dolby Digital Decoder

Digital Audio Input Jack

Connection to a TV (For Progressive scan, Digital Video)

Method 1

DVD Player + TV with Component Video Jacks. (The Video Output in Setup Menu must be set to Component (P-SCAN) & DVI.)

Method 2

DVD Player + TV with DVI Jack.

• Depending on your TV, your hookup for Method 2 may differ from the illustration. (The Video Output in Setup Menu must be set to Component (P-SCAN) & DVI.)

Important Note

• When the Video output is Progressive Scan, Video and S-Video will not work.

• If you want to convert Video Output to Progressive Scan & DVI, you have to first connect Component cable on

your TV.Then select Component (P-SCAN) & DVI Video Output in the Setup Menu.Then change the TV’s external input to Component (525p/480p) within 10 seconds. (See Page 35)

• Use the VIDEO SEL.button to easily change the video output in no disc mode. (See page 12)

• Refer to your TV user's manual.

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Choosing a Connection

Connection to a TV (For Video)

TV (Normal, Widescreen, Projection, etc..)

1. Connect a cable with the desired method.

2.Turn on your TV and DVD Player.

3. Set your TV the correct video input by pressing TV/VIDEO button on. (See page 38)

4. Select the video output according to the cable connection. If you use the VIDEO SEL.button, you can change easily video output in no disc mode.

Method 1

DVD Player + TV with Video Input Jack (The Video Output in Setup Menu must be set to S-Video or Component (I-SCAN).)

Method 2

DVD Player + TV with S-Video Input Jack (The Video Output in Setup Menu must be set to S-Video.)

Method 3

DVD Player + TV with Component Video Jacks (The Video Output in Setup Menu must be set to Component (I-SCAN).)

Note

• If you press the VIDEO SEL.button, Video output mode is changed in regular sequence in no disc mode.

(S-Video ➝ I-SCAN ➝ P-SCAN & DVI)

DVD

Player

Method 1 Method 2 Method 3

Basic Audio Video S-Video Interlace scan

Mixed Audio

Output Jacks

Mixed Audio

Output Jacks

Mixed Audio

Output Jacks

OR OR

Cable

S-Video

Cable

Video

Cables

Video Output

Jack

S-Video Jack

Component Video Jacks

Choosing a Connection

DVD

Player

Method 1

Method 2

Progressive scan Basic Audio

Digital Video DVI Audio Input

Component Video Jacks

Digital Video Out

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Samsung DVD-HD841 User Manual

DVD-HD841

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Important Safety Instructions Precautions

Before you start

Table of Contents

Disc Type and Characteristics

General Features

Description-Rear Panel

Description-Front Panel

Choosing a Connection

Tour of the Remote Control